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Welcome to Universal Strategy Group Inc (USGI)! USGI is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business. USGI was founded in 2007 with the single focus of preserving and promoting American security. Our mission is to provide the best-in-class personnel who provide tailored analytical, operational, and technical solutions to our Nation's most complex national security challenges while exceeding customer expectations.
USGI is committed to recruiting, nurturing, and retaining top talent that set us apart from our competition. USGI is an experienced, team-oriented, dynamic, and expanding company that values exceptional performance! USGI understands that well-cared for and motivated personnel are the key to the successful accomplishment of any mission, and toward that end, USGI takes exceptional care of our team.
USGI is seeking an International Agreements Management Analyst to assist in the management of the bureau’s legal authority to negotiate and conclude bilateral and international agreements, particularly leading the negotiation process with International Organizations.
BACKGROUND
The U.S. Department of State is the lead institution for the conduct of American diplomacy and the Secretary of State is the President’s principal foreign policy advisor. The Department of State’s mission is to advance U.S. national security interests, fight terrorism, protect U.S. interests abroad, and implement foreign policy initiatives that build a freer, prosperous, and secure world.
The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) keeps Americans safe at home by countering international crime, illegal drugs, and instability abroad. INL helps countries deliver justice and fairness by strengthening their police, courts, and corrections systems. These efforts reduce the amount of crime and illegal drugs reaching U.S. shores.
The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Executive Office Budget Planning Formulation and Presentation division is responsible for managing the bureau’s authority to conclude international agreements with foreign governments and with International Organizations. Part of the management includes negotiating terms and conditions applicable to the agreements advancing the bureau’s mission worldwide.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
CLEARANCE:
A Secret security clearance is required for this position; work may begin with an interim Secret security clearance.
POSITION HOURS/LOCATION:
Hours for this full-time position will be the core hours of the Department of State: Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day. The physical work location is the INL Executive Office located in State Annex -1, Columbia Plaza, 2401 E St. NW, Washington, D.C.
GOVERNMENT FURNISHED EQUIPMENT
DOS will provide office space, computer, phone, and other required equipment and supplies necessary to complete all job requirements. DOS will own and maintain all government furnished property.
TELEWORK
This is a hybrid position that allows for a combination of in-office presence and regular telework. The incumbent’s actual in-office and telework schedule will be determined by the COR and CO, based on INL policy of the total numbers per pay period/week, and is subject to change.
TRAVEL
Travel is authorized for this position in accordance with the award and shall not exceed the designated ceiling.
TRAINING
This BPA Call provides for mandatory training for DOS-specific equipment, systems, and processes (reference 13 FAM 300 Agency Mandated Training), which shall be completed promptly and in accordance with Department policy. These trainings do not require INL Contracting Officer (CO) approval.
Travel related training (i.e., FACT (CT650), HTSOS-C etc.), may be required, if applicable. The contractor’s Program Manager (PM) shall coordinate with INL/EX/GAPP to determine if applicable and if INL CO’s approval is required prior. All other training requires INL CO approval.
USGI offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision benefits, life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, plus generous PTO offerings to include vacation/sick days, bereavement leave, and 11 paid Federal holidays. USGI is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
USGI is committed to recruiting, nurturing, and retaining top talent that set us apart from our competition. USGI is an experienced, team-oriented, dynamic, and expanding company that values exceptional performance! USGI understands that well-cared for and motivated personnel are the key to the successful accomplishment of any mission, and toward that end, USGI takes exceptional care of our team.
USGI is seeking an International Agreements Management Analyst to assist in the management of the bureau’s legal authority to negotiate and conclude bilateral and international agreements, particularly leading the negotiation process with International Organizations.
BACKGROUND
The U.S. Department of State is the lead institution for the conduct of American diplomacy and the Secretary of State is the President’s principal foreign policy advisor. The Department of State’s mission is to advance U.S. national security interests, fight terrorism, protect U.S. interests abroad, and implement foreign policy initiatives that build a freer, prosperous, and secure world.
The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) keeps Americans safe at home by countering international crime, illegal drugs, and instability abroad. INL helps countries deliver justice and fairness by strengthening their police, courts, and corrections systems. These efforts reduce the amount of crime and illegal drugs reaching U.S. shores.
The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Executive Office Budget Planning Formulation and Presentation division is responsible for managing the bureau’s authority to conclude international agreements with foreign governments and with International Organizations. Part of the management includes negotiating terms and conditions applicable to the agreements advancing the bureau’s mission worldwide.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Advise in the developing program criteria to be utilized as part of the negotiations with International Organizations and letters of agreements (LOA) with host governments.
- Assists with the revision of legal annex templates of IO-LOAs with INL’s Office of Global Plans and Policy (GPP) and the INL Executive Director.
- Lead the coordination process in preparation of USG review and approval of International Agreements with international organizations, including clearance and signature.
- Assist in analyzing and improving knowledge of management processes and procedures related to INL’s international organization and bilateral agreements.
- Research and use government and private sector best practices to measure and improve customer service, approval workflows, and processing timelines
- Analyze numerous financial, program planning, bilateral, and program evaluation documents for standard and ad hoc reports, as needed
- Provide feedback to management on best practices for data input, document standardization, organization, and storage; identify recurring issues that should be addressed by management.
- Assist in coordinating the interpretation and adaptation of available guidelines/SOPs to work related to international agreements; aid in analyzing the issues and make recommendations for changes and improvements.
- Assist in developing SOPs for areas identified as a potential risk or vulnerability to the INL’s management of international agreements.
- Assist subject matter experts with the development of training modules for INL sponsored training workshops and distance learning courses based on policies and procedures.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships through excellent customer service skills, project management knowledge, and a related understanding of the program office needs and mandates
- Work closely with INL program office staff and managers, as well as the stakeholders at US embassies overseas and other US federal agencies to provide support on implementing international agreements policy and procedures.
- Provide advice, guidance, and consultation regarding the interpretation and application of analysis.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and work effectively in a team setting.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- U.S. Citizen
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Four to Six years’ experience in relevant field: International Agreements
- Demonstrated knowledge of Federal regulations in regard to area of specific need: International Agreements Management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Demonstrated experience facilitating organizational change
- Proven knowledge of Federal policies and procedures including methods of providing foreign assistance
- Experience drafting U.S. government reports and documents
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated experience working with the Department of State.
- Strong interest in multilateral diplomacy, international organizations, transnational organized crime, and drug control issues.
- Experience with international organizations or multilateral settings preferred.
- At least two years of experience in providing administrative and logistical support.
CLEARANCE:
A Secret security clearance is required for this position; work may begin with an interim Secret security clearance.
POSITION HOURS/LOCATION:
Hours for this full-time position will be the core hours of the Department of State: Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day. The physical work location is the INL Executive Office located in State Annex -1, Columbia Plaza, 2401 E St. NW, Washington, D.C.
GOVERNMENT FURNISHED EQUIPMENT
DOS will provide office space, computer, phone, and other required equipment and supplies necessary to complete all job requirements. DOS will own and maintain all government furnished property.
TELEWORK
This is a hybrid position that allows for a combination of in-office presence and regular telework. The incumbent’s actual in-office and telework schedule will be determined by the COR and CO, based on INL policy of the total numbers per pay period/week, and is subject to change.
TRAVEL
Travel is authorized for this position in accordance with the award and shall not exceed the designated ceiling.
TRAINING
This BPA Call provides for mandatory training for DOS-specific equipment, systems, and processes (reference 13 FAM 300 Agency Mandated Training), which shall be completed promptly and in accordance with Department policy. These trainings do not require INL Contracting Officer (CO) approval.
Travel related training (i.e., FACT (CT650), HTSOS-C etc.), may be required, if applicable. The contractor’s Program Manager (PM) shall coordinate with INL/EX/GAPP to determine if applicable and if INL CO’s approval is required prior. All other training requires INL CO approval.
USGI offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision benefits, life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, plus generous PTO offerings to include vacation/sick days, bereavement leave, and 11 paid Federal holidays. USGI is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
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